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The Hidden Life Around Us with Don Sallen

  • Scugog Memorial Library Water Street Port Perry, ON, L9L 1H9 Canada (map)

North Durham Nature Talk: Creatures Under the Radar

Date: Tuesday, March 24, 2026

Time: 7:00 p.m.

Location: Scugog Memorial Library, Port Perry

All around us, countless creatures live their lives largely unseen. From amorous salamanders and crooning tree crickets to fish and caterpillars, many fascinating species remain hidden—active underwater, after dark, or expertly camouflaged.

Join North Durham Nature for an engaging evening with naturalist and writer Don Scallen, who will share stories and images highlighting the remarkable animals that often slip under our radar.

Don Scallen is a respected naturalist and former president of the Halton North Peel Naturalist Club. He is also a regular contributor to In The Hills magazine and author of Nature Where We Live and Spotted Salamanders and Their World.

Everyone is welcome to attend this informative and inspiring talk.

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